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My Birthstone?   Date: Monday 17 October, 2005
FAQ Summary:
So many gemstones to consider. Which birthstone is recommended? There are numerous schools of thought as to which birthstone is best suited for you. This is a personal decision you must ultimately interpret for yourself. Your first instinct is often a good indicator.

FAQ Content:
The Star Sign Birthstone List
combined from the following sources:

1) The Official Birthstone List from the American National Association of Jewelers adopted in 1912.
2) The Traditional Birthstone List contains older birthstones, heralding back to the 15th century.
3) The Mystical Birthstone List arose from Tibetan origin and is over one thousand years old. As astrology began to thrive there were mystical powers attributed to gemstones.
4) The Ayurvedic Birthstone List is from Ayurvedic Indian Medicine - a type of medicine used for over a thousand years. Not only were gemstones given mystical powers they were given medicinal powers.

Aires the Ram
March 21 to April 19
Attributes: Keen, creative, witty, adaptive, visionary, persuasive, idealistic, and ambitious.
Official Birthstone: Diamond
Traditional Birthstone: Diamond
Mystical Birthstone: Opal, Rainbow Moonstone
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Diamond

Taurus the Bull
April 20 to May 20
Attributes: Emotional, generous, practical, good memory and strong.
Official Birthstone: Emerald
Traditional Birthstone: Emerald
Mystical Birthstone: Sapphire
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Agate

Gemini the Twins
May 21 to June 20
Attributes: Adaptable, quick on their feet, generous, witty, and impulsive.
Official Birthstone: Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone
Traditional Birthstone: Alexandrite
Mystical Birthstone: Rainbow Moonstone
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Pearl

Cancer the Crab
June 21 to July 22
Attributes: Traditional, loyal, enjoy travel, friendly, and sensitive.
Official Birthstone: Ruby
Traditional Birthstone: Ruby
Mystical Birthstone: Ruby
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Ruby

Leo the Lion
July 23 to August 22
Attributes: Leadership, idealistic, ambitious, generous, brave, and intuitive.
Official Birthstone: Peridot
Traditional Birthstone: Sardonyx
Mystical Birthstone: Diamond
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Sapphire

Virgo the Virgin
August 23 to September 22
Attributes: Analytic, capable, good memory, and tenacious.
Official Birthstone: Sapphire
Traditional Birthstone: Sapphire
Mystical Birthstone: Agate
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Rainbow Moonstone

Libra the Scales
September 23 to October 22
Attributes: Just, balanced, love of harmony and beauty, sympathetic, and intuitive.
Official Birthstone: Opal, Pink Tourmaline
Traditional Birthstone: Pink Tourmaline
Mystical Birthstone: Jasper
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Opal

Scorpio the Scorpion
October 23 to November 21
Attributes: Bold, determined, quiet, confident, and self-controlled.
Official Birthstone: Yellow Topaz, Citrine
Traditional Birthstone: Citrine
Mystical Birthstone: Pearl
Ayurvedic Birthstone:Topaz

Sagittarius the Archer
November 22 to December 21
Attributes: Active, capable, and cheerful.
Official Birthstone: Blue Topaz, Tibetan Turquoise
Traditional Birthstone: Zircon
Mystical Birthstone: Onyx
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Tibetan Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli

Capricorn
December 22 to January 19
Attributes: Psychic tendencies, philosophical, scholarly, practical, and calm.
Official Birthstone: Garnet
Traditional Birthstone: Garnet
Mystical Birthstone: Emerald
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Garnet

Aquarius the Water Gatherer
January 20 to February 18
Attributes: Humanitarian, reserved, studious, unassuming, friendly, solitary, and contemplative.
Official Birthstone: Amethyst
Traditional Birthstone: Amethyst
Mystical Birthstone: Bloodstone
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Amethyst
Pieces the Fish
February 19 to March 20
Attributes: Modest, seeker of knowledge, generous, honest, and jovial.
Official Birthstone: Aquamarine
Traditional Birthstone: Bloodstone
Mystical Birthstone: Jade
Ayurvedic Birthstone: Bloodstone

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